Goodland BBQ

My friends and I stopped by here as we were waiting for our car to be inspected for a flat tire…read moreafter our camping trip. That flat tire was definitely a blessing in disguise because without it, we wouldn't have found this incredible spot! This place is located in a business complex, and from the outside, it looks like a quaint little place, but the moment you walk in, it is HUGE! Tons of seating, a pool table, and outdoor patio. It's even dog friendly! Such a hidden gem. Not only that, but the food was INCREDIBLE! We tried everything on the menu, and we were all blown away. Each of my friends had a different favorite, which means that there's something for everyone, and I'm still drooling just thinking about it. Haha It's hard to pick favorites, but I especially loved the ribs and tri tip sandwich. The staff was SUPER friendly and took their time explaining the menu to us. They made us feel like close friends rather than customers. It's been awhile since I left a review for anything, but I knew I needed to give this place one because they deserve all the hype. I'll definitely make my way down here next time I am in the Santa Barbara area.

Really good bbq. I had the tri tip sando, pork spare ribs and esquite. The meat was smoked really…read morewell, tender and still really juicy and Smokey. Located in The Draughtsman brewery in Goleta, the vibe is really cool and good beers on tap. Charles, the owner is really friendly and takes care of you. He's got some good bbq sauces and hot sauce is banging.

Chicken leg quarter and a pint for lunch

Homemade Bourbon Crème brûlée pairs nicely with Draughtsmen Star Pine wine

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Tri Tip Sandwixh with BBQ, Spicy BBQ and Dijon mustard sauces

Timber's Roadhouse

3.9(235 reviews)

4.3 mi

I had dinner at The Timber's last night and I must say that it was amazing! (I rarely use that…read moreterm) Gino prepared a fabulous Tanqueray TEN martini The Giant BBQ smoked beef rib was perfection! Just enough smoke, fat was beautifully rendered yielding a juicy, tender result, BBQ sauce delicious... I polished off the entire rib! Mashed potatoes were fluffy, buttery, perfectly seasoned, Caesar salad was fresh, crispy Romaine, dressing homemade and perfectly balanced, creamy with punches of garlic and lemon. Sky was my marvelous server, she is so friendly, expedient, professional and knowledgeable of the menu Kim and Gino are very hospitable, good people that work tirelessly to provide excellent fare and friendly service ...I can't stop thinking about that BBQ beef rib! BRAVO!

Disappointing experience at a place we've loved for years. My partner and I have been regulars at…read moreTimbers Roadhouse for years, stopping by 4-5 times annually whenever we pass through Goleta. This visit was unfortunately our worst experience there by far. It was the first time we'd sat in the dining room instead of the bar. It was early - around 5:00. The happy hour buffalo chicken sliders and Brussels sprouts were good. However, things went downhill with our entrees. My tri-tip dinner (ordered medium rare) arrived as two thin slices of medium rare covering three slices of gray, well-done meat underneath. It was tough and tasted old - it seemed like the kitchen was trying to hide poor quality, overcooked meat. My partner's ribeye was cooked to the right temperature but extremely gristly - only about half of the twelve ounces was actually edible. When I sent my tri-tip back, our server (who was genuinely trying to help) returned to say they were out of tri-tip and a new one would take 45 minutes. By then my partner was halfway through his steak. I asked to just have the meat removed and I'd just eat my sides. Here's where it went from bad to worse: the manager (owner's daughter) charged us $7 each for the sides as "à la carte" items and argued when I explained I only ate them because that's all I had. She eventually offered 50% off the entrée but her confrontational attitude made things worse. The owner was more understanding when we escalated it to her, but the damage was done. Our server did her best in a tough situation - the issues were with the kitchen and management's handling of the problem. Really heartbroken about this experience at a place we've loved. We'll probably try again someday but will stick to burgers and salads at the bar.

Beautiful bar

Steak Alfredo Pasta

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Oreo Milkshake

Captain Fatty's Brewery

4.4(145 reviews)

1.6 mi

Nic was fun, friendly, and suggested great beer options…read more A great local brewery that you should check out. Fun, chill vibe. Good beer and you can watch the game, too.

Had a great afternoon drink at Captain Fatty's. The vibe was super relaxed, the beers were crisp…read moreand refreshing, and it was the perfect spot to kick back for a bit. Friendly staff, chill atmosphere, and plenty of good brews on tap. I definitely need to come back and check out some of the food trucks that stop by. Cheers! Check out my visit @sosalicious805 on the gram. https://www.instagram.com/reel/DRBoLcxETat/?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==

Indoor seating

"Bright and clear with a formidable scent of hops that sting the nose in a good way." Delicious.

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Enjoying Limbo - German-Style Helles: earthy and floral noble hop character.

Shalhoob’s Magnolia

3.3(106 reviews)

1.2 mi

First time here. Party of 6. We all thought the food was delicious!!…read more Really liked the breeze from the open air location. Will come back again.

Such a great spot for a delicious lunch. And the indoor and outdoor patio spaces are spacious and…read morecomfortable. Monica at the counter made some ideal dining suggestions. And every thing paired well with their on-tap beers, juices, and cocktails. And Gonzalo made sure food came out hot! Favorites have been their Tri-Tip, BBQ Glazed Pork Ribs, Pulled Pork Tacos, Tri-Tip Chili, and the Little Gem Salad. And still so much on their menu to try. Just gotta make sure to have my bib ready. Daily Specials are always a nice treat, with the Monday Fried Chicken Sando being my favorite. And don't get me started about their FOOTBALL SUNDAY Breakfast. They open at 9:30 am Sundays.

The ordering counter

Fried Chicken Sandwich

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Always delicious reasons to be at Shalhoob's.

Santa Barbara Woodfire Catering

5.0(34 reviews)

1.6 mi

Excellent pizzas. Dude, LOVED the Pastrami pizza. At first I was a bit nervous about pickles on my…read morepizza but it actually turned out to be AMAZING. Definitely need to come again. The pizza came out pretty fast (although it felt so looong since I was so hungry and it smelled soooo good haha). You gotta go to capt. fatty's and you order at the back. It was kind of cold cuz we got there late and were near the back door but it was fine and the atmosphere was great! There was trivia night there but all my friends and I didn't know half a thing about dinosaurs (or were too drunk to get it hahaha)

The best pizza and the best price in Goleta. I got a medium woodfire pepperoni pizza for $16 and…read morepaired it with a Captain Fatty's Sunday $5 Beach Beer special. The service was great. Located at a chill locals brewery. It checks off all the boxes you look for when you're craving pizza and beer.

The Pastrami Sandwich Pizza

SB Woodfire Catering Menu

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The Goat

Pollofino's

4.2(174 reviews)

2.5 mi

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I love the chicken burritos and rib burritos here! Their food is so flavorful without feeling too…read moreheavy, and their salsas are amazing! Highly recommend.

When I went in all the staff were nice and gave me attention with a kind greeting. It smells a bit…read morelike cleaning products in here but I wasn't mad at it everything looked clean and fresh salsa bar was great woth salsa, some pickled jalapeños and onions, limes. All the works really. Today I got a regular burrito, and it's loaded. There is rice beans, chicken, cheese, sour cream, guacamole, pico de gallo. My total was about $16 without a drink, which as a student is a bit pricey. however I felt like I got good value and it seems like they get slow buisness. I don't prefer it to free birds in Isla Vista but I found it to be filling, cheaper, and with a salsa bar I really enjoy. Maybe I'll stop by before work another time!

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Santa Barbara Chicken Ranch

3.6(169 reviews)

0.6 mi

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One of my favorite places to go get a tri-tip burrito! I actually had no idea that there was a…read moreChicken Ranch on Fairview so I had to go try it and I'm happy I went! I got their combo burrito (comes with chicken and tri-tip) with sour cream and chile asado. The chicken was perfectly seasoned and worked well with the tri tip as well. I also love it when they have pico de gallo at their salsa bar! I'm looking forward to going back super soon!

The burritos are good, however, I wish they had more meat not just packed with rice. Lately, the…read moreburritos I get have less and less meat. Kinda disappointed with this.

Decor with country and beach theme

Chicken 2 pc with coleslaw

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Inside

L&L Hawaiian Barbeque

3.6(197 reviews)

I was craving some spam and a good loco moco so you know I had to go to L&L! I went a little later…read morein the day and I was greeted by such lovely staff! They took my order right away and it didn't take any time for my good to come out! The gravy worked perfectly with the fried eggs and the rice helped soak up all of the wonderful flavors that were mixing together! Their spam musubi was also a wonderful! I do love having spam with eggs and I couldn't have asked for anything better!

L&L is one of my favorite spots for Hawaiian bbq, this is the first time I've been to one in Santa…read moreBarbara but it's just as good as the one in Ventura! I went around 12 PM on a Wednesday, the place was clean and organized. There were a few people but the line wasn't long. I ordered a chicken katsu meal, an order of spam musubi, and a drink. Rod was the guy who took my order, very chill dude. He told me about their Wednesday special on spam musubi, it's 2 for $7. I waited around 10 minutes but it was sooo worth it. The spam musubi was nice and warm, the rice was soft and the sauce inside was good too. They're very generous when it comes to portion sizes, there was so much chicken! The mac could use a bit more seasoning, it was creamy but tasted more like mayo. Other than that, everything was pretty good. I recommend coming here and getting yourself a meal, you won't regret it! Also, shout out to the cooks! This food wouldn't be bussin without yall

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The Creekside Restaurant & Bar

4.1(407 reviews)

An evening at The Creekside…read more Imagine a birthday evening of adventure, braving crowded parking lots, and a quest to find a table. As a dining experience, The Creekside left it all on the table. Where to begin? The charming rustic ambiance, the peerless waitstaff, or perhaps the eclectic mix of pop-rock country music swinging its intoxicating tunes throughout the environment. The appetizers of street corn (WARNING: comes on the cob, not for the faint of heart) and Mississippi caviar, with its subtle cilantro infused flavors -- wet the appetite just in time for the main course. The meat plate, which I expected to be a paltry selection of small cuts, was a gargantuan titan of American smoked meats. The presentation and the crisp crunch of the crackling French fries complimented the small town feel of the triumph that is the Creekside. All in all, 5 stars -- would MEAT again.

ad a great time at Creekside Restaurant in Santa Barbara. I enjoyed some really good SoCal style…read morebarbecue and a couple of cold beers. The vibe was relaxed, the service was friendly, and it was a perfect spot to kick back for a casual meal and drinks. Definitely worth checking out if you want good barbecue in a laid back setting. Check out my visit : https://www.instagram.com/reel/DRTfZ8NkeDd/?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==

From the front parking lot.

Traditional Texas BBQ Wings and Creekside Nachos with Burnt Ends

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Creekside front patio

Draughtsmen Aleworks

4.7(101 reviews)

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Fabulous experience! The space inside is nice and offers different types of seating but seems a bit…read moremore industrial than anything else. There were some issues with parking, but once you get inside, the service is friendly and the drinks are tasty. There's a nice selection of beer and wine.

Door was open, the sign said open at noon. It was 12:30pm…read more We came in to get a few beers and maybe a bite. Jerk at the counter said not open until 4:30. No hello, no sorry. He could have easily poured two beers. Won't be back.